India, April 12 -- A massive dust storm along with gusty winds and heavy rain hit several parts of Delhi-NCR on Friday, bringing traffic in many areas to a standstill and uprooting trees all over the national capital.

Residents flocked to social media, sharing dramatic videos and photos as the intense dust storm swept through the areas around their homes. One man claimed the storm felt like an earthquake, leaving lights and fans swinging in his home.

"My building is literally shaking right now. 20th floor, lights swinging, crazy wind outside in Delhi NCR. Wind is so strong the whole building is shaking. Lights in my flat are swinging like a pendulum. Feels like a 20 minute earthquake. I feel like puking. Can't even think of using the li...